Hope & Healing Blog
Every other week we’ll post a short & sweet article with practical tips on how to help you thrive.
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Can’t put down your phone? You’re not alone. But, does it matter?
As technology weaves itself seamlessly into our lives, how do we make sure we don’t lose sight of the essential human connections that truly matter?
Finding peace and strength by letting go of toxic relationships
Knowing when and how to step away from a toxic relationship is one of the hardest decisions you may need to make. Let’s make sure you make an informed decision and walk that path with a trusted guide.
Did you know stressful relationships actually carry hidden health hazards with them?
Feeling the weight of a stressful relationship? You might be surprised to learn it's not just your mood that's taking a hit – let's take a look at how dealing with these relationships can affect your physical health.
Instead of that, try this! 3 tips for better conflict resolution.
Learn how embracing intentional conflict resolution strategies can pave the way for personal growth and positive transformation in your relationships.
What’s your attachment style, and how is it affecting your relationships?
Uncover the distinctive styles that shape our approach to all of our relationships, and illuminate the path toward more meaningful & fulfilling connections.
Building Strong Parent/Teen Bonds for a Bright Future
As a parent it is possible to not just squeak by parenting teens, but to actually use the teenage years as a foundation to set your child on a path to flourish in adulthood.
Where's the line between reasonable regret and overwhelming shame?
Understanding the difference between motivating guilt and debilitating shame can be the difference between success and setbacks in recovery. Find out how self-forgiveness can play a vital role in your own healing and healing those you’ve hurt.
Why Some People Can't Seem to Form Healthy Relationships
Relationships consistently crumbling? Read on to see if sabotage may be at play as a result of insecure attachment – and what can be done to find healing.
From Sweaty Palms to Calm Confidence: Overcoming Social Anxiety
How to navigate social anxiety with courage and self-compassion, where small victories–and sometimes a trusted wingman–can become catalysts for transformation.
There's a psychological reason why it's so hard to leave an abusive relationship
That force that keeps people in toxic relationships actually has a name: Trauma Bonding. Let’s take a quick look at what Trauma Bonding is, and some practical strategies to liberate yourself from its clutches in order to reclaim your personal well-being.
From Strained Conflict to Stronger Connection
Learn how embracing conflict and mastering the art of repair can actually lead to deeper connections and stronger relationships.
Sacrificing Yourself for Love? How to Identify the Codependency Trap
If you find yourself consistently neglecting your own health in order to make your partner happy, it may be time to check in on your attachment habits.
Feel Smart, Feel Well: How Emotional Intelligence Can Make You More Balanced & Resilient
Taking the time to observe and understand our emotions before acting on them can lead to healthier relationships and better decision making. But it can be hard! Here’s a few tips to make it simpler.
How Your Leadership Style Can Transform Conflict in Your Life
By reflecting on our natural leadership style tendencies, we can see where we are using conflict as a tool to foster empathy and reconciliation, and where we may need to rethink our approach to resolving conflict.
How The Power of Positive Communication Strengthens Relationships
Discover the power of positive communication and how it can lead to a more fulfilling and long lasting relationship.
In Conflict Which Is Best: Direct Opposition or Indirect Opposition?
Which style is best at achieving mutually beneficial solutions that keep both parties engaged, trusting of the other, and satisfied with the results?
Why White Knuckling Your Secrets is Bad For Your Health
It’s exhausting work to keep a secret, especially when it’s about pain we’ve experienced. This obsession over protecting our secrets can be damaging to our physical and mental health.
Lean On Me: The Powerful Benefits of Dependency
Our culture loves talking about the dangers of codependency, but we may be overlooking the powerful benefits of dependency.
3 Hidden Secrets of Great Conflict Resolution
In some relationships bad blood may be inevitable, but it certainly doesn’t have to be forever. When handled well, conflict can draw us closer, create vulnerability, and build stronger bonds.
Shame vs. Guilt & Why It Matters
Guilt and shame seem pretty similar, right? Turns out the difference between the two is not just semantics, and can tell you a lot about the way you view yourself.